Director, Talent Acquisition

Lockheed Martin is embarking on a path to digital transformational harnessing the power of AI, data, & integrated system. This includes an interconnected environment where data and automation drives work & decisions that create value across the entire lifecycle. As a global leader in aerospace, defense & technology solutions, Lockheed Martin is committed to pushing the boundaries and getting ahead of ready! We're embarking on an exciting journey, and the Director of Talent Acquisition role will play a key role in shaping the future of our organization.

To help us along this journey we are seeking a qualified candidate with passion and enthusiasm in leading us on programs to build and enable the future of how we bring top talent into our organization.

Reporting to the Vice President of Talent Acquisition & Workforce Transformation, the Director of Talent Acquisition will be pivotal in spearheading the transformation of our Talent Marketplace and Acquisition landscape. This role will harness the power of cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and automation to elevate our talent acquisition capabilities. You will be at the forefront of executing large-scale college recruiting initiatives, leading a dynamic team to attract the brightest minds from top academic institutions. Your expertise will also drive the operational excellence of our talent acquisition processes & tools that support the entire enterprise.

In Summary

• You will lead 35+ geographically dispersed recruiters, sourcers & talent acquisition specialists, as well as partner with four business are talent acquisition teams consisting of 300+ professionals
• You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of the entire talent acquisition function & drive transformative change within a dynamic & forward-thinking organization.
• You will be able to help form early career & veteran pipeline programs specific to critical skills
• You get to partner with our amazing people in IT, Workforce Planning, Engineering, Finance, Operations, Talent Analytics, Talent Management, as well as academia, non-profit & military organizations.
• You will have a chance to work in a collaborative & inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, creativity, & continuous learning
  
  

But It Won’t Be Easy!

• Majority of the skills we hire for are in high demand and short supply – engineering skills, clearance requirements, etc.
• This will require a mixture of strong leadership, intuition for business, operational savvy, data acumen, motivation & energy
• Portions of our business is in services where many challenges exist with pay structures & incentives that aren’t as competitive
• Department of Labor regulations weigh heavily on our processes
  
  

First Year Objectives

• Establish an implementation plan to deliver our new applicant tracking system & AI capabilities in 2025
• Establish a mission-based team focused on delivering external critical skills talent for Lockheed Martin
• Execute the early career hiring plans for 2024 & beyond (includes driving diversity efforts to improve representation)
• Leverage data to drive operational efficiency in recruiter productivity (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, etc) training and technology.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Innovate with technology: Implement advanced AI/ML solutions to streamline recruitment processes, enhance candidate experience & improve hiring quality.
• College Recruiting & Pipeline Programs: Develop and execute a comprehensive early career strategy to engage & attract top-tier talent from campus, transitioning military & diversity organizations.
• Operational Leadership: Oversee talent acquisition operations, ensuring operational efficiency, effectiveness, & alignment with our strategic goals.
• Recruitment Marketing: Work closely with our communications team to enhance & promote a compelling employment brand narrative that resonates with potential candidates & reflects our company values.